In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Pest Surveillance 2. Objectives of Pest Surveillance 3. Steps. Meaning of Pest Surveillance: An insect pest survey is a detailed collection of insect population information at a particular time in a given area. The regular surveys of same place or locality at consistent intervals to […]
Pest Surveillance: Meaning, Objectives and Steps | Agriculture
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Factors Affecting Pest Survey | Agriculture
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The actual number of insect pests present in a particular field is not possible to count. Therefore, survey is conducted to record the approximate pest population in the crop. The expertise of the surveyor is the primary factor on which the efficiency of the survey depends. The surveyor must have thorough knowledge of morphological characters […]
Pests of Ornamental Plants | Agriculture
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Here is a list of pests that damage ornamental plants. 1. Groundnut Aphid, Aphis Craccivora Koch (Hemiptera: Aphididae): This black coloured aphid species attacks Bougainvillea spp. from December to February. Both adults and nymphs infest flowers, tender leaves and the terminal portions of the plant and suck cell sap. Its attack results in the premature […]